Om—
As the two conversed, the starlight ahead suddenly erupted with dazzling brilliance.
Their king-tier contract spirits surrounded the passage, preventing anyone from rashly charging in.
Ruins all had different rules and required thorough investigation before considering entry.
Boom!
In an instant, all the starlight dissipated, leaving behind only a newly stabilized spatial passage.
Qin Tian and the other exchanged glances. Just as they took a step forward, they both executed a tactical back-jump…
“Hm?”
Their gazes turned towards the passage ahead. A hint of yellow appeared within, seeming rather abrupt.
“Something came out of the ruins?”
Qin Tian’s eyes held confusion. Based on his experience, he had never seen such a thing…
But at this moment, that streak of yellow kept pushing outwards. It seemed to be struggling as the passage wasn't wide enough.
“This scene…”
Qin Tian’s eyes moved, instinctively feeling a sense of familiarity.
He felt like he had seen a similar scene before…
At the same time, the onlookers who hadn’t left turned their heads, wanting to know what treasure had appeared.
Liu Xiaoming, from a distance, muttered, “Why does this thing look like it’s constipated…”
The next second, Qin Tian instantly turned his head, his eyes seemingly glowing as he fixed them on Liu Xiaoming.
“D-Darling, did I… say something wrong…”
Liu Xiaoming’s heart trembled violently. He didn’t even dare to look directly at Qin Tian, feeling an immense pressure.
The next second, Qin Tian turned his head back. His previously worried gaze was now filled with surprise and disbelief.
With the reminder, he finally remembered. The ruins of the [Icefire Forest] had once presented a similar scene.
That was Chen Shu’s slime at the time…
“Could it be this time too…”
His eyes held a look of pleasant surprise.
Simultaneously, the green vine in his right hand shot out, entwining the yellow spherical object ahead and forcefully pulling it out.
“Goo-goo! Goo-goo!”
Little Yellow sat in place, its innocent eyes gazing around, seemingly not understanding why it had come out so quickly.
“It really is a slime!”
Qin Tian’s expression shook, and a smile couldn’t help but appear on his lips.
As long as the contract spirit was fine, it meant Chen Shu was safe and sound. His tensed nerves immediately relaxed.
For a moment, Liu Feng didn't seem so important anymore…
“Old Qin!”
The Governor of Nancang also recognized the “poop monster” and his expression was extremely relaxed.
Qin Tian nodded, indicating he had seen it clearly.
The two looked expectantly towards the passage ahead. To them, it didn't matter anymore if it was a ruin.
However, as time slowly passed, no one else appeared in the passage.
“Hm?”
Qin Tian frowned. He rode his contract spirit forward but felt a slight repulsive force.
Clearly, he couldn’t enter the passage.
“What the hell is this guy doing?!”
Qin Tian’s eyes held confusion. He looked at the poop monster on the ground and asked,
“Where is your master?”
“Goo-goo.”
“Is he inside?”
“Goo-goo goo-goo.”
“What is he saying…”
Qin Tian’s mouth twitched, and he said, “Can you speak human language?”
“Goo-goo…”
The slime’s eyes were vacant, and its eyes held a hint of grievance. It wished it could speak human language.
Just then, a figure finally appeared.
Chen Shu emerged, wearing a straitjacket, holding a barbecue skewer, and looking cheerful.
“Little Yellow, why are you in such a hurry to come out?”
His eyes narrowed slightly. He even whistled as he walked, appearing extremely carefree.
But the next second, his body stiffened. He saw two familiar faces before him.
“Whoa!”
He leaned back slightly, seeing Qin Tian and the Governor of Nancang’s faces less than a decimeter from his own.
“No way! Principal, Governor, are you trying to scare me?”
He breathed a sigh of relief, then offered the skewer in his hand and said,
“Want some?”
“Some of your ass!”
Qin Tian directly gave him a whack on the head and asked, “What in the world is going on?!”
“Brother Qin…”
At this moment, Liu Feng, wearing swim trunks and also holding a pork knuckle, walked out.
“…”
Qin Tian’s mouth twitched. “The entire country is worried sick, and you two are actually on vacation?!”
“Uh…”
Chen Shu shrugged and explained, “There was no signal…”
Just then, Anton walked out with three other people. The original passage immediately closed.
Anton had a cigar in his mouth and said,
“Old Qin, Old Fang? What are you guys doing here?”
“Anton, you’re okay too?”
Qin Tian’s eyes widened. So, the six missing people were all fine?
Soon, the Governor of Nancang reacted. He looked at the crowd and said,
“Alright, everyone disperse. No treasure has appeared.”
Someone rubbed their hands and said, “Governor, the reward from the Resource Bureau…”
“Hmm… you can still claim it!”
The Governor of Nancang didn’t want to lose his authority over a small amount of resources.
For a moment, everyone cheered and left the scene.
Under the moonlight, only Chen Shu and his group remained.
The Governor of Nancang asked, “How did you guys get back?”
“That… we’ll talk about it later.”
Liu Feng spoke first, preventing Chen Shu from explaining on the spot.
“Okay!”
Qin Tian nodded. The group rode their contract spirits towards the passage entrance.
Their speed was astonishing, and they soon arrived smoothly at Qingyuan Town.
“Old Qin, we’ll be going now.”
Anton smiled, understanding that they were eager to return to discuss specific matters.
“Sure!”
Qin Tian didn’t refuse and said, “We won’t see you off. You guys can also play in the country for a bit.”
“No need, Snow Country is probably worried about us too.”
Anton shook his head, preparing to leave with Andre and the other two.
“Goodbye, Fierce Bandit Brother.”
Andre smiled, his eyes holding a hint of envy.
Thinking of Chen Shu’s achievements, he couldn’t help but feel a bit dejected.
“Mhm, take care, cheer up, and strive to catch up to me!”
Chen Shu patted his shoulder and comforted him,
“Gold will always shine, right, buddy?”